The MSRI Undergraduate Program (MSRI-UP) is a comprehensive summer program designed for undergraduate students who have completed two years of university-level mathematics courses and would like to conduct research in the mathematical sciences. The main objective of the MSRI-UP is to identify talented students, especially those from underrepresented groups, who are interested in mathematics and make available to them meaningful research opportunities, the necessary skills and knowledge to participate in successful collaborations, and a community of academic peers and mentors who can advise, encourage and support them through a successful graduate program.

have an opportunity to attend a national mathematics or science conference where students will present their research

be part of a network of mentors that will provide continuous advice in the long term as the student makes progress in his/her studies

be contacted regarding future research opportunities

Application Materials

Applications for MSRI-UP 2016 should be submitted via the MathPrograms listing, which lists the required application materials. Due to funding restrictions, only U.S. citizens and permanent residents are eligible to apply, and the proram cannot accept foreign students regardless of funding. In addition, students who have already graduated or will have graduated with a bachelor's degree by June 11, 2016 are not eligible to apply. The application link will be available on this page starting November 29, 2015. Applications submitted by February 15, 2016 will receive full consideration. (Applications submitted after February 15, 2016 but by March 1, 2016 may still be considered in a second round of acceptances.) We hope to begin making offers for participation in late February or early March.

For additional information, please contact the on-site director for the 2016 MSRI-UP.